Top 4 Invisalign® Tips for a Successful Journey

teen holds Invisalign tray between teeth as she learns Invisalign tips

If you’re on an Invisalign journey with Dr. Cetta or Dr. Guloy and our team at Blue Wave Orthodontics, you’re in for an amazing, life-changing transformation! We’re here to guide you through the process and ensure that your treatment experience is as smooth and successful as possible, so you can experience beautiful results.  We’ve got […]

How your life will change after Invisalign treatment

an adult smiles after experiencing invisalign changes in her smile

Imagine you just completed your Invisalign® treatment. You’re removing your last set of Invisalign clear aligners and are ready to show off your beautiful, healthy smile. (You worked so hard for it, should be so proud!) you revel in the beautiful results that you, your Invisalign aligners, and our orthodontists created! You look in the […]

How to protect your orthodontic retainers

A woman looking at the mirror while learning how to care for retainers

At Blue Wave Orthodontics, your retainers are included in your treatment price. Orthodontic retainers, as the name implies, retain the teeth in their new healthy position after both braces and Invisalign treatment. Immediately after treatment, patients may be advised to wear their retainers full-time for the first six months (except for meals and brushing). After […]

Top 5 Best and Worst Drinks for Your Teeth

Smiling girl with braces learning about what drinks are bad for teeth

If you often find stains on your teeth, yellowing on your teeth, or even start to notice a cavity appearing, you may be wondering why and how this keeps happening.  Sometimes the beverages you drink can be to blame! But what drinks are bad for your teeth? And what can be done to stop discoloration […]

Experience the Next Generation of Personalized Orthodontics!

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Experience the next generation of orthodontic treatment with Blue Wave Orthodontics! We bring you the most advanced technologies and the deepest level of personalization achievable in orthodontics.  Here’s what that means for you: Latest in Orthodontic Technology You have modern treatment options! Orthodontics is more than old school braces with us. We like to stay […]

Is charcoal toothpaste good for your teeth?

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Charcoal toothpaste has become more popular lately, with well-known brands like Colgate, Crest, Hello and Burt’s Bees entering the charcoal toothpaste market. Is this trend worth the try? Is it a good idea to use charcoal toothpaste during braces treatment with your Blue Wave orthodontist? Here’s everything you need to know: What is charcoal toothpaste? […]

What foods can you eat the first week of braces?

Teenager outdoors smiling at camera.

It’s common for those in orthodontic treatment to experience some minor discomfort or tooth sensitivity when first getting braces or Invisalign. Your gums may be a little tender for a few weeks, which means you may have to alter your diet a bit. We understand this challenge! The initial tenderness is part of the process […]

Busting Braces Myths: “Braces cause TMJ disorder”

Man suffering Symptoms of TMJ disorder

There are quite a few braces myths out there, and we’re here to bust a few! If you’ve heard that braces can cause TMJ, you may be hesitant to schedule your first orthodontic exam.  We don’t want myths to stop you from experiencing your best smile yet. Here’s everything you need to know about your […]

Can you use your HSA for braces or Invisalign®?

A couple learning about HSA for orthodontics

Spoiler alert: Yes you can! Using your HSA to pay for orthodontic treatment is not only possible, but it can also lower your costs and give you greater value for your money. Here’s everything you need to know about HSAs for orthodontics – so you can make the best decision for your smile (and your […]

How do braces move your teeth?

So we know to get the straight teeth we want, you have to go through orthodontic treatment. That usually means getting braces or Invisalign, possibly even an appliance or two, depending on your orthodontic conditions. But how exactly do braces work to move your teeth into healthy alignment? Let’s break down the art of orthodontics! […]